Radiology Technician Optum Part-Time Job at UnitedHealth Group
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Position in this function performs radiographic procedures per department protocol. Responsible for daily operations within the Imaging/General Radiology department. Participates in daily huddles and meetings, provides customer service to internal and external members, and communication performing their duties. Follows standard of work to maintain 20% or less defect rate.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Following Physician’s orders, produces x-ray images per departmental protocol for the use in diagnosing medical problems. Is able to verify all orders and makes appropriate communications and changes as necessary per department protocols and standard of work
- Follows customer service protocols with internal/external staffs, Teamwork. Greets, and prepares correctly identified patient for examination. Verifies correct exam and provider information with the patient and makes the appropriate communications as necessary. Explains specific procedures to be performed in appropriate confidential areas
- Accurately maintains patient’s imaging records utilizing the radiology information systems, (R.I.S.), Touch Works (All scripts), and PACS/Synapse application in accordance to HIPAA, and established SMA guidelines, Policies and procedures as necessary and appropriate for their work. Makes appropriate communication to appropriate persons as necessary
- Ensures correct processing of images utilizing the x-ray equipment and examines images for technical quality, diagnostic acceptability following the department Quality Assurance guidelines and Technologist Quality guidelines
- Maintains radiology equipment calling for service as necessary and makes appropriate communication
- Maintains work area in a neat/clean order. Assists and maintains supply par level/ and maintains storage areas
- Prepares copies of images, preliminary reports, and follows the department protocol of releasing copies of images in accordance of HIPAA
- Follows all safety standards and work practices in the work place. Uses radiation safety and practices when operating radiologic equipment that emits radiation
- Follows modality standard of work
- Maintains attendance with work schedules. May also be assigned to other modalities provided incumbent is trained passing department competencies, certified or licensed in those modalities. May also be assigned to other sites, shifts, and dates based on operational needs
- Will comply with annual mandatory Fit testing, TB testing as a job requirement. Maintain mandatory web courses as assigned. Maintain licensures and certificates
- Participates in meetings/huddles with attendance and discussion
- If working under a student license from the State of Nevada; must work under a current registered ARRT radiologic technologist to have indirect supervision
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma and/or equivalent
- Graduated from an accredited school of Radiology Technology or currently attending in good standing
- Current State of Nevada license or Student Tech license from the state of Nevada
- Current ARRT® certification preferred or will have obtained ARRT certification upon 60 days after graduating from accredited school of radiology
- Knowledge of state and federal imaging guidelines pertaining to specialties
- Knowledge of radiology equipment, testing and safety hazards related to radiology required as well as having knowledge of radiology positioning, procedures, diagnosis and quality assurance
- Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience in an acute care hospital setting
- Ability to perform imaging exams as applicable to license(s)
- Ability to use radiology computerized management system, PACS system, Electronic Health Record and all other applicable facility computerized systems
- Proven ability to effectively communicate technical procedures and results with patients and providers
- Skilled in properly positioning patients to provide quality imaging
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven good organization and time management skills
To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment
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OptumCare is committed to creating an environment where physicians focus on what they do best: care for their patients. To do so, OptumCare provides administrative and business support services to both owned and affiliated medical practices which are part of OptumCare. Each medical practice part and their physician employees have complete authority with regards to all medical decision-making and patient care. OptumCare’s support services do not interfere with or control the practice of medicine by the medical practices or any of their physicians.
Nevada Residents Only: The hourly range for Nevada residents is $16.00 to $31.44. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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